Bourbon Pecan Pie Martini Cocktail
This rich and creamy dessert cocktail features bourbon, hazelnut liqueur, pecan syrup, and heavy cream, rimmed with caramel and toasted pecans. It truly tastes like a slice of pecan pie in a glass!
Equipment
- Martini glass
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger
- Small bowl
- Spoon
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Glass rimmer
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon
- 1 oz hazelnut liqueur like Frangelico
- 1 oz heavy cream
- 1 oz pecan syrup or pecan liqueur
- caramel sauce for glass rim and drizzle
- chopped toasted pecans for garnish
- ice cubes
Instructions
- Rim your martini glass with caramel sauce.
- Add chopped toasted pecans to a plate and dip the glass rim into them.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Pour in bourbon, hazelnut liqueur, pecan syrup, and heavy cream.
- Shake well for about 15–20 seconds until it’s nice and chilled.
- Strain into your prepared martini glass.
- Drizzle extra caramel sauce on top and sprinkle with more toasted pecans.
- Serve straight away while it’s cold.
Notes
Toasted pecans add the best flavor. Frangelico gives a strong hazelnut note, but any hazelnut liqueur works. Maple syrup can sub for pecan syrup. Add more bourbon for a stronger drink, or more cream for extra richness. Chilling the glass helps keep the drink smooth and cold.